Know about International Girl Child Day from Kashish of Himachal Pradesh.
Child writer Kashish.
International Girl Child Day is celebrated every year on 11 October with the aim of raising awareness about the rights of girl children and their empowerment across the world. The day highlights the social and cultural challenges that millions of girl children still face, and inspires us to work towards resolving those issues.
Providing equal opportunities, education, health, and protection to girl children is not only important for their lives, but it is also essential for the prosperity and development of our society. In this blog, we will discuss the importance of International Girl Child Day, its history, and the objectives behind celebrating it.
History of International Girl Child Day
International Girl Child Day was officially recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012. The day is an important part of the United Nations’ efforts towards women’s empowerment and gender equality. The main objective of celebrating this day is to make the society more sensitive and aware of the rights of girls and their protection.
Awareness campaign for International Girl Child Day
Various awareness campaigns and programs are organized around the world, so that the society can change its attitude towards girls. Many important initiatives are taken under this campaign:
1. Education and awareness programs
Various institutions and organizations run special programs for the education of girls. Under this, free education, books, and other necessary resources are provided to the girls.
2. Protection of the health of girls
Many government and non-government organizations are working to take care of the health of girls. Nutrition and health services are provided to the girls by these organizations.
3. Legal campaign against child marriage
Awareness campaigns are also run against child marriage on International Girl Child Day. Under this, girls are given information about their rights and laws are strictly followed to prevent child marriage
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